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Ergonomic wedge pillow

a wedge pillow and ergonomic technology, applied in the field of pillows, can solve the problems of poor sleeping support of the user, no relief, serious discomfort, etc., and achieve the effect of breathing spa

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-08-15
PARIMUHA CARL
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[0022]Accordingly, it is an object of the invention to provide a pillow for supporting the head and neck of a human that is compact and can easily be adjusted to an individual user's personal physique.

Problems solved by technology

Such a pillow provides poor sleeping support for the user.
The support that is provided is generally uneven and can result in sleep disorders, serious discomfort and no relief from preexisting conditions, such as sciatica, low back pain, hip flexures, pelvic distortion, neck pain, impaired breathing, and shoulder dysfunction.
A person who sleeps on the stomach with a standard rectangular pillow will often experience neck pain, which not only is a source of discomfort, but may also cause the person to forego the stomach sleeping position.
Meyer, et al., is not designed to support a person lying on their stomach.

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[0060]In the following description of the present invention, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part thereof, and in which are shown, by way of illustration, an exemplary embodiment illustrating the principles of the present invention and how it may be practiced. It is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized to practice the present invention, and structural and functional changes may be made thereto without departing from the scope of the present invention. The reference numerals for like parts have been maintained through the different embodiments depicted in the drawings.

[0061]An ergonomic wedge pillow in accordance with the present invention is illustrated in FIGS. 1 through 4 and generally referred to by the reference numeral 10. Pillow 10 is generally in the shape of a wedge or triangle as it rests on surface 70. Exterior 12 includes upper portion 16, front end 18, back end 20, and bottom portion 26. Between upper portion 16 and front e...

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Abstract

A pillow to provide predictable support for a reclining person during sleep or therapy. The preferred embodiment of the invention is formed by a continuous portion forming two openings, at which are joined side panels. The pillow is generally shaped as an adjustable wedge, which can be used by a person in the stomach lying, back lying, or side lying positions to provide proper support and comfort. The pillow is filled with a material that allows the user to shape the pillow to conform the pillow to the individual physical makeup and personal preferences of the user.In another embodiment of the invention, a pair of internal panels, each one adjacent one of the side panels, divides the pillow into compartments which can be individually filled. This embodiment of the invention constitutes a large triangular shaped wedge pillow with internal panels that mirror the side panel angle that creates a pair of secondary wedges upon which are formed the support areas of the person's cheekbone and forehead areas.

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RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 506,691, filed Sep. 26, 2003, incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to pillows, and more particularly, to an ergonomically wedge-shaped pillow that is designed to act as a fulcrum, with a person's head and neck becoming a flexible bar so that the pillow and the person's head and neck work together in unison, with the spine maintaining ergonomically normal postures as they pivot about the pivot points provided by the pillow.[0004]2. General Background and State of the Art[0005]Human beings spend about a third of their lives sleeping. The standard pillow that most people use during sleep is a rectangular pillow. Such a pillow provides poor sleeping support for the user. The support that is provided is generally uneven and can result in sleep disorders, serious discomfort and no relief from p...

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IPC IPC(8): A47G9/00
CPCA47G9/10
Inventor PARIMUHA, CARL
Owner PARIMUHA CARL
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